Why this home stands out
What sets 1832 Roanoke Avenue apart is the combination of genuine mid-century square footage — over 2,000 square feet across four bedrooms — and a location that's hard to beat for military households. NSA Hampton Roads is nine minutes away, NSA Northwest Annex is ten, and a walkable cluster of markets, parks, and waterfront access sits right outside the door. That's a rare package in this price tier of Newport News.
STUART GARDENS and the Newport News real estate market
Stuart Gardens is one of Newport News's established residential pockets, where tree-lined streets and brick-and-frame homes from the mid-20th century give the area a settled, lived-in character. The neighborhood sits in the southern end of Newport News, close to the James River waterfront, and has the kind of density that makes daily errands genuinely walkable. If you've been browsing homes for sale newport news va and wondering where the city's older, more rooted neighborhoods are, Stuart Gardens answers that question. Newport News itself spans a long peninsula between the James River and Hampton Roads harbor, giving residents easy access to both water and major employment corridors. The city's infrastructure — transit lines, commercial strips, and arterial roads — all converge conveniently near Stuart Gardens, making it a practical base whether you're commuting north toward Hampton or south toward Norfolk.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from 1832 Roanoke Avenue. Newport News Market and the Day & Night Market are both within 0.3 miles, and 5 Estrellas Latín Store is just 0.4 miles away — solid options for quick grocery runs without getting in the car. For a bite out, Pisces Jackpot, Taste of NYC, and the Day & Night Market's restaurant counter are all within half a mile. When you want a morning coffee, East End Cafe is 0.8 miles out, with a 7-Eleven and McDonald's close behind. Anderson Park and James River Dock are both 0.5 miles away, and the Monitor-Merrimac Overlook Park fishing pier is just 0.6 miles — a genuine waterfront bonus.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to NSA Hampton Roads and ten to NSA Northwest Annex — 1832 Roanoke Avenue is one of the closer residential options to both installations in Newport News. Four bedrooms give a growing military family real breathing room, and VA loan eligibility makes the math work for many service members. BAH rates in the Hampton Roads area are among the strongest in the country, which adds further flexibility.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and more than 2,000 square feet give a growing family genuine space to spread out, and the 1950 build means solid construction with room to personalize over time. Anderson Park is half a mile away for weekend afternoons, and the waterfront at James River Dock is equally close. Stuart Gardens has the kind of neighborhood fabric — sidewalks, established lots, nearby markets — that makes daily life feel grounded rather than transactional.
More buyer questions
How far is 1832 Roanoke Avenue from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is approximately 9 minutes from 1832 Roanoke Avenue by car. The drive is straightforward along local arterials with no highway required for most routes.
What neighborhood is 1832 Roanoke Avenue in?
The property is located in Stuart Gardens, an established mid-century residential neighborhood in the southern end of Newport News, Virginia. The area is known for its compact, walkable layout and proximity to the James River waterfront.
Is 1832 Roanoke Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Given the property's proximity to the James River, reviewing that information before making decisions is worthwhile.
How big is the home at 1832 Roanoke Avenue?
The home measures 2,009 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, set on a 0.11-acre lot. It was built in 1950 and is classified as a residential single-family property.
Are there parks or waterfront areas near 1832 Roanoke Avenue?
Yes — Anderson Park and James River Dock are both about 0.5 miles away, and the Monitor-Merrimac Overlook Park fishing pier is just 0.6 miles from the front door. All three are easily walkable or a very short drive.
Want to see 1832 Roanoke Avenue in person or get current listing details? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know Stuart Gardens and can walk you through everything.
